The nameAma
Ama is a Ghanaian day name, given to girls born on a Saturday.
- Girl's name
- Akan
Meaning
In the Akan tradition of Ghana, Ama is the name of a girl born on Saturday.
Origin
Akan, Ghana.
History
In England and Wales Ama reached 1372nd place in 2002.
Famous people named Ama
- Ama Ata Aidoo, writer
Popularity of the name Ama
Ama in the United States
Ama was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 164 births over the decade, 16% of all recorded babies named Ama. Its rise began around 1885, and it peaked in 2019. Half of all babies named Ama in the United States were born before 1990.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ama mean?
In the Akan tradition of Ghana, Ama is the name of a girl born on Saturday.
What is the origin of the name Ama?
Akan, Ghana.
Is Ama a girl's or a boy's name?
Ama is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Ama?
In 2024, Ama was the 6598th most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 18 births.
Who are famous people named Ama?
Ama Ata Aidoo, writer.